The application of scientific, economic, social, and practical knowledge to invent, design, build, maintain, and improve structures, machines, devices, systems, materials and processes.

Design, construction, and operation of chemical plants; focuses on processes that convert raw materials into valuable products.

Design, construction, and maintenance of infrastructure, including roads, bridges, buildings, and dams.

Deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism.

Involves the design, manufacturing, and operation of mechanical systems, including engines, machines, and tools.

Focuses on the design, development, and production of aircraft and spacecraft.

Applies engineering principles to solve problems in biology and medicine.

Integrates electrical engineering and computer science to design and develop computer systems and hardware.

Focuses on protecting the environment and developing sustainable solutions to environmental problems.

Optimizes complex processes, systems, or organizations to improve efficiency and productivity.

Applies engineering principles to the design, development, and maintenance of software systems.

Define the problem, research, ideate, design, prototype, test, iterate, and communicate.

A preliminary model or version of a product or system used for testing and evaluation.

Technical drawings used to communicate design specifications and manufacturing instructions.

Computer-Aided Design; software used for creating and editing 2D and 3D designs.

Computer-Aided Manufacturing; software used to control manufacturing processes.

A numerical method used to analyze stress, strain, and other physical properties of structures and components.

Designing and building structures and systems that minimize environmental impact and conserve resources.

A formal document that communicates the results of engineering work, including methods, findings, and conclusions.